Project Manager

Amentum; Honolulu (HI); On-site; USD 180,000 - 220,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off

Holidays

401(k) matching

Educational reimbursement

Parental leave

Employee stock purchase plan

Tax-saving options

Disability insurance

Life insurance

Pet insurance

Job summary

Amentum is seeking an experienced Project Manager to oversee a multi-faceted contract operations, ensuring safety and quality in daily performance. The PM will act as the central point of contact with the Government and manage a large workforce across diverse functions under PWS/SOW requirements.

The role requires proven leadership of 600–1,000 personnel, extensive oversight responsibilities, and active Secret clearance.

Qualifications

• Five years of experience managing a workforce on contracts of similar size/scope.
• Experience leading a team of 600–1,000 employees.
• Experience directing a unionized workforce.
• Active Secret US Government Clearance; US Citizenship required.
• Valid US or local driver's license and US passport.

Responsibilities

• Oversee port operations, facilities support, utility management, electrical, transportation and other areas per PWS/SOW.
• Monitor cost control, budgeting, and operating costs.
• Develop and enforce procedures/programs to increase efficiency and cost effectiveness.
• Ensure adherence to company policies and government regulations.
• Designated POC in direct oversight and subcontractor management.

Skills

5+ years PM leadership

Large workforce management

OCONUS supervision

Active Secret clearance

US passport

Driver's license

MS Word

MS Excel

Time management

Analytical skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration/Management

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

POSITION SUMMARY

The Project Manager (PM) is responsible for the performance of work and oversight of all contract matters relating to daily operations of this contract. The PM ensures oversight of all work requirements to ensure professional and quality services are provided to the Customer in accordance with PWS requirements, while maintaining safety as the highest priority. The PM will have full authority to act for the Company on all contract matters relating to the contract and be the central point of contact with the Government for the performance of all work under this contract.

The PM will be available within 1 hour to meet on the installation with Government personnel as required.

Additional responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Oversee port operations, facilities support, utility management, electrical, transportation and other areas as designated within the PWS / SOW. Oversight will include but not be limited to scheduling of personnel / work supervision/ quality control; equipment maintenance and repair and other duties assigned by program leadership to meet PWS and company requirements and standards.
• Monitoring cost control, financial reports, budgeting, and overall operating costs.
• Recommend, develop, implement, and enforce procedures/programs to increase efficiency and improve cost effectiveness to the program.
• Ensuring adherence to company policies and government regulations.
• Designated POC in direct oversight and subcontractor management.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Five years of experience in managing a workforce, providing services on contracts of similar size, scope and complexity. Specifics follow:

• Most of the 5 years should be as the highest-level P&L responsible manager/Director leading a team of 600-1,000 employees
• Scope is a multi-function BOS contract, which includes facility management, engineering, vehicle maintenance, and mission -support functions
• Scale includes a contract that varies from $120M to $175M per year of revenue, including significant project work beyond the daily core activities
• Experience directing a unionized workforce is required

• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Strong computer skills, specifically in Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Previous supervisory experience in an OCONUS environment
• Valid US or local driver's license and US passport.
• Must have an Active Secret US Government Clearance. Note: US Citizenship is required to maintain a Secret Clearance.
• Ability to successfully pass medical requirements and maintain requirements for duration of deployment.

EDUCATION

• Bachelor’s degree, preferably in Business Administration / Management, based on a four-year course of study from a US or UK accredited college or university or equivalent institution.

OTHER KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment handling multiple tasks at a given time and rapidly adapting to changing priorities and schedules and under pressure of deadlines while maintaining performance standards.
• Strong analytical capabilities with respect to metrics and process improvement.

WORKING AND LIVING CONDITIONS

This position is located in a remote environment with potentially challenging working and living conditions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be regularly exposed to tropical island environments with high humidity, heavy rainfall, and intense heat. Temperatures can range from 80-90 degrees Fahrenheit (27-32 degrees Celsius) with extremely high humidity levels year-round. Employees must be prepared to work in these environmental conditions, often outdoors, and potentially during inclement weather, such as tropical storms or heightened wind conditions.

Work schedules typically consist of a minimum of 6 days per week and 12 hours per day. Employees must be capable of performing physically demanding tasks, which may include heavy lifting and moving items, parts, assemblies, and equipment (up to the maximum allowed by safety regulations); climbing in and out of vehicles or equipment; crawling; and working outdoors for extended periods. This includes the ability to lift and carry up to 40 pounds of personal protective equipment (PPE) for prolonged periods as required.

OTHER RESPONSIBILITIES

Safety

- Amentum enforces a safety culture whereby all employees have the responsibility for continuously developing and maintaining a safe work environment. As appropriate, each employee is responsible for completing all training requirements and fulfilling all self-aid/buddy aid responsibilities, participating in emergency response tasks, and serving on safety committees and teams.

Quality

- Quality is the foundation for the management of our business and the keystone to our goal of customer satisfaction. It is our policy to consistently provide services that meet customer expectations.

Accordingly, each employee must conform to the Amentum Quality Policy and carry out job activities in compliance with applicable Amentum Quality System documents and customer contracts. Each employee must read and understand his/her Quality Management and Customer Satisfaction responsibilities.

Procedure Compliance

- Each employee must read, understand, and implement the general and specific operational, safety, quality and environmental requirements of all plans, procedures and policies pertaining to job.

This position is pending contract award.

Compensation Details:

200000

The compensation range or hourly rate listed for this position is provided as a good-faith estimate of what the company intends to offer for this role at the time this posting was issued. Actual compensation may vary based on factors such as job responsibilities, education, experience, skills, internal equity, market data, applicable collective bargaining agreements, and relevant laws.

Benefits Overview:

Our health and welfare benefits are designed to support you and your priorities. Offerings include:

• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid time off and holidays
• Retirement benefits (including 401(k) matching)
• Educational reimbursement
• Parental leave
• Employee stock purchase plan
• Tax-saving options
• Disability and life insurance
• Pet insurance

Note: Benefits may vary based on employment type, location, and applicable agreements. Positions governed by a Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), the McNamara-O'Hara Service Contract Act (SCA), or other employment contracts may include different provisions/benefits.

Original Posting:

09/09/2026 - Until Filled

Amentum anticipates this job requisition will remain open for at least three days, with a closing date no earlier than three days after the original posting. This timeline may change based on business needs.

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